It is amazing how close Genesis was to dissolving. We can thank Richard for being around, being knowledgeable, being appreciative of the band's quality. His experiences being sent to a kibbutz must have been very helpful in cultivating the skills and determination to get things done (which is exactly what Genesis needed at that time). His public schooling helped also. Speaking French came in handy. Serendipity. But for the door to open one needs to be ready to walk through! Creativity is the bedrock, but the rehearsals, the hard work is needed to succeed. See it grow (think of the 'IT' lyrics) must have been exciting and fulfilling.
Sorry, just one more comment/observation. I am so disappointed Richard was not more part of the Lamb album's creation. It was my entry into the band in the late '70s. I feel 'The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway' is the crowning achievement for Genesis (as much as I love so many of the other albums). The crisis and angst around the album's creation seems to have made it better. For decades I only listened to it for the music, but for the past couple years I have researched Peter's lyrics to try to understand the message. Flawed? Yes. But I feel the resulting album is one of the musical landmarks of the 20th century. Not just in rock but at a level of 'Rite of Spring'. Seriously. Having connected the dots, I believe the story has a strong message. It is inspired and, for me, inspiring. From my notes, I just finished an essay. I would love to get it to Mr. Gabriel to review. I sent a couple email but have yet to get a reply. Not sure I have the correct address for him, tried Tony Smith also. No reply. Regardless, Steve Hackett graciously read it, gave me a few small corrections by email, and said he liked it and found the ideas interesting. I would be happy to share it with either of you. I just want to get it out there for the 50th anniversary and maybe stir up discussion.
I just saw The Musical Box. (the bass was too loud and 'booming') But they showed how avant-garde Genesis was. 'Watcher in the Sky' and its slide show was magical, powerful, surreal. As good as The Musical Box is technically and artistically (historically), all these tribute bands show me how brilliant and talented Genesis was. Difficult music performed brilliantly. (was unaware of the King Crimson movie, thanks) I saw KC a couple years ago. Wonderful concert, but Genesis is still my favorite band by a lot.
Its weird sympatico that literally just before watching this video I was reading an interview with Anthony Phillips from the seventies where he literally describes his leaving as 'due to musical differences' and doesn't mention stage fright at all. Now maybe that was to avoid going into the whole stage fright thing to the interviewer, maybe back then he was still messed up by it, but when Tony says "Anthony still loses sleep over it" when referring to the 'sweetening' on Genesis to Revelations, then maybe as said here, its not so clear cut. But then Richard doesn't comment on it, so we really don't know. Either way, really doesn't matter. Fortunately he's done pretty well and made great music. But I still like Trespass better than ANY solo album except maybe Peters Security. As for production, I think Eric Idle says that to record 'always look on the bright side of life' on the Life of Brian, they literally put a mattress against the door and just hit 'record'. But now maybe the home studio is why so many albums sound the same.
@@Fairfaxcitymusic More exposure is good. Great interview so far, though it covered much of what I have already read. Still there are details not revealed that I am still chuckling over. I look forward to finishing your piece.
Thanks a lot, what a fabulous storyteller Richard Macphail is!
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It is amazing how close Genesis was to dissolving.
We can thank Richard for being around, being knowledgeable, being appreciative of the band's quality. His experiences being sent to a kibbutz must have been very helpful in cultivating the skills and determination to get things done (which is exactly what Genesis needed at that time). His public schooling helped also. Speaking French came in handy. Serendipity. But for the door to open one needs to be ready to walk through! Creativity is the bedrock, but the rehearsals, the hard work is needed to succeed. See it grow (think of the 'IT' lyrics) must have been exciting and fulfilling.
Sorry, just one more comment/observation. I am so disappointed Richard was not more part of the Lamb album's creation. It was my entry into the band in the late '70s. I feel 'The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway' is the crowning achievement for Genesis (as much as I love so many of the other albums). The crisis and angst around the album's creation seems to have made it better. For decades I only listened to it for the music, but for the past couple years I have researched Peter's lyrics to try to understand the message. Flawed? Yes. But I feel the resulting album is one of the musical landmarks of the 20th century. Not just in rock but at a level of 'Rite of Spring'. Seriously.
Having connected the dots, I believe the story has a strong message. It is inspired and, for me, inspiring. From my notes, I just finished an essay. I would love to get it to Mr. Gabriel to review. I sent a couple email but have yet to get a reply. Not sure I have the correct address for him, tried Tony Smith also. No reply. Regardless, Steve Hackett graciously read it, gave me a few small corrections by email, and said he liked it and found the ideas interesting. I would be happy to share it with either of you. I just want to get it out there for the 50th anniversary and maybe stir up discussion.
Good for Steve, absolute star and true gent.
I just saw The Musical Box. (the bass was too loud and 'booming') But they showed how avant-garde Genesis was. 'Watcher in the Sky' and its slide show was magical, powerful, surreal. As good as The Musical Box is technically and artistically (historically), all these tribute bands show me how brilliant and talented Genesis was. Difficult music performed brilliantly.
(was unaware of the King Crimson movie, thanks) I saw KC a couple years ago. Wonderful concert, but Genesis is still my favorite band by a lot.
Its weird sympatico that literally just before watching this video I was reading an interview with Anthony Phillips from the seventies where he literally describes his leaving as 'due to musical differences' and doesn't mention stage fright at all. Now maybe that was to avoid going into the whole stage fright thing to the interviewer, maybe back then he was still messed up by it, but when Tony says "Anthony still loses sleep over it" when referring to the 'sweetening' on Genesis to Revelations, then maybe as said here, its not so clear cut. But then Richard doesn't comment on it, so we really don't know. Either way, really doesn't matter. Fortunately he's done pretty well and made great music. But I still like Trespass better than ANY solo album except maybe Peters Security.
As for production, I think Eric Idle says that to record 'always look on the bright side of life' on the Life of Brian, they literally put a mattress against the door and just hit 'record'. But now maybe the home studio is why so many albums sound the same.
I am a little confused. I was just listening to this interview that only came out a few days ago. It this the same interview reposted?
Yes, I am in the process of dividing interview into to two parts, many folks complained that they don't time to watch the whole interview at once
@@Fairfaxcitymusic More exposure is good. Great interview so far, though it covered much of what I have already read. Still there are details not revealed that I am still chuckling over. I look forward to finishing your piece.
Can't wait for part 3! Lovin' the interview so far!